State Representative
Betsy Coffia
Traverse City | 103rd House District
Serving 93,426 constituents in Acme Township, East Bay Township, Traverse City, Peninsula Township, Garfield Township, Long Lake Township, Almira Township, Platte Township, Empire Township, Glen Arbor Township, Cleveland Township, Kasson Township, Solon Township, Elmwood Township, Bingham Township, Centerville Township, Leland Township, Suttons Bay Township, Leelanau Township
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(517) 373-3817
Office: S-1387 House Office Building
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Thank you Grand Traverse County Road Commission for your advocacy for timely replacement of the Beitner Road bridge. My team and I were glad to hear the report last week that MDOT got the project back on track within 2 days of the road commission flagging the delay and detailed ramifications of such a delay, to my attention and collaborating with my office to write to the MDOT director.
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It’s been months since I introduced House Resolution 258, calling on the U.S. Congress to investigate and put under oath every person implicated in the Epstein files. I offered all my House colleagues several days to co-sponsor and ultimately received 31 signatures: 3 Republicans and 29 Democrats, including myself.
My colleagues, State Representative Penelope Tsernoglou and State Representative Erin Byrnes, introduced companion resolutions, HR 284 and HR 285, calling for an investigation into Epstein’s ties to Interlochen and for a U.S. Department of Justice investigation.
On May 19, my Democratic colleagues and I held a press conference to once again demand that the Speaker of the House take action to pursue accountability for Epstein’s associates and justice for the survivors. To date, none of our resolutions have received action, but I won't stop speaking up for survivors and demanding justice. More information on the resolution can be found here:
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LANSING, Mich., May 19, 2025 — Today, state Reps. Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing) and Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) hosted a press conference to reaffirm support for their respective resolutio...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last month, I voted in favor of House Bills 5739-5740 to strengthen probate court oversight and financial protections when individuals under guardianship or conservatorship have significant financial assets. The bills establish additional safeguards when liquid assets reach $25,000 or more, including notification requirements to the probate court, appointment of a conservator and enhanced financial accountability measures.
This legislation is necessary to close gaps in current law that can leave substantial assets without adequate monitoring, creating opportunities for exploitation. For example, during committee testimony, a case was highlighted in which a vulnerable Michigan resident lost more than $400,000 through questionable financial activity while under another person’s care.
I supported these bills to give Michigan residents more peace of mind in knowing that they will be protected, even when someone else has been entrusted with managing their care or finances. The bills received unanimous bipartisan support in the House and have been sent to the Senate for further consideration. I have always listened to the real needs of Michiganders to help form legislation. My office is available to answer questions, help navigate state services and listen to concerns so that we can better help Northern Michigan.
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This is a desecration.
I call on the moral compass and honor of Governor Gretchen Whitmer, EGLE Director Phil Roos who have the sacred responsibility to honor our tribal nations treaties and protect our precious Great Lakes.
Water is life.
Honor the treaties.
Defend the sacred.
Thank you Former United States Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs and Ojibwe tribal leader Bryan Newland for uplifting this.
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We need to listen to the people who’ve been here caring for our precious Great Lakes for thousands of years.
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Marta is a former constituent still living and running her small business in northern Michigan.
Please listen.
She’s right.
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Betsy Coffia IN THE NEWS
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Coffia, McCann Introduce Legislation to Curb Consequences of Citizens United Bills would revise the powers of corporations, non-profits and limited [...]
Coffia Introduces Resolution Honoring Cherry Industry Day
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Price, Fellow Democrats Introduce Utility Affordability, Ratepayer Protection Legislation
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Thank you Grand Traverse County Road Commission for your advocacy for timely replacement of the Beitner Road bridge. My team and I were glad to hear the report last week that MDOT got the project back on track within 2 days of the road commission flagging the delay and detailed ramifications of such a delay, to my attention and collaborating with my office to write to the MDOT director. ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s been months since I introduced House Resolution 258, calling on the U.S. Congress to investigate and put under oath every person implicated in the Epstein files. I offered all my House colleagues several days to co-sponsor and ultimately received 31 signatures: 3 Republicans and 29 Democrats, including myself.
My colleagues, State Representative Penelope Tsernoglou and State Representative Erin Byrnes, introduced companion resolutions, HR 284 and HR 285, calling for an investigation into Epstein’s ties to Interlochen and for a U.S. Department of Justice investigation.
On May 19, my Democratic colleagues and I held a press conference to once again demand that the Speaker of the House take action to pursue accountability for Epstein’s associates and justice for the survivors. To date, none of our resolutions have received action, but I won't stop speaking up for survivors and demanding justice. More information on the resolution can be found here: ... See MoreSee Less
Democratic Lawmakers Demand Michigan House Speaker, Republicans for Immediate Investigation into Epstein and Those Implicated - Michigan House Democrats
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LANSING, Mich., May 19, 2025 — Today, state Reps. Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing) and Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) hosted a press conference to reaffirm support for their respective resolutio...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Last month, I voted in favor of House Bills 5739-5740 to strengthen probate court oversight and financial protections when individuals under guardianship or conservatorship have significant financial assets. The bills establish additional safeguards when liquid assets reach $25,000 or more, including notification requirements to the probate court, appointment of a conservator and enhanced financial accountability measures.
This legislation is necessary to close gaps in current law that can leave substantial assets without adequate monitoring, creating opportunities for exploitation. For example, during committee testimony, a case was highlighted in which a vulnerable Michigan resident lost more than $400,000 through questionable financial activity while under another person’s care.
I supported these bills to give Michigan residents more peace of mind in knowing that they will be protected, even when someone else has been entrusted with managing their care or finances. The bills received unanimous bipartisan support in the House and have been sent to the Senate for further consideration. I have always listened to the real needs of Michiganders to help form legislation. My office is available to answer questions, help navigate state services and listen to concerns so that we can better help Northern Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
3 CommentsComment on Facebook
This is a desecration.
I call on the moral compass and honor of Governor Gretchen Whitmer, EGLE Director Phil Roos who have the sacred responsibility to honor our tribal nations treaties and protect our precious Great Lakes.
Water is life.
Honor the treaties.
Defend the sacred.
Thank you Former United States Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs and Ojibwe tribal leader Bryan Newland for uplifting this. ... See MoreSee Less
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.8 CommentsComment on Facebook
We need to listen to the people who’ve been here caring for our precious Great Lakes for thousands of years. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Marta is a former constituent still living and running her small business in northern Michigan.
Please listen.
She’s right. ... See MoreSee Less
3 CommentsComment on Facebook